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A jar of vibrant red cranberry jam surrounded by fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs.

Sweet Christmas Cranberry Jam

A festive and flavorful cranberry jam perfect for holiday spreads and gifts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cranberries
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • Zest of 1 orange orange zest

Method
 

  1. Combine water, sugar, and orange juice in a saucepan and stir until dissolved.
  2. Add cranberries, spices, and orange zest; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Let the jam cool slightly, then transfer to sterilized jars and cool completely.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.